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Tarte au Citron

Posted in *Entertaining*, Buffet/Bring & share lunch, Can make in advance, Dessert (Cold), Dessert (Fruit Based), French Patisserie, French Style on 11th September 2009 | Leave a Comment »

One of our favourite French desserts is Tarte au Citron or French Lemon Tart and it is surprisingly easy to make.  It is one of those food items that we cannot leave France without having at least once. Tarts of varying quality can be found across France in supermarkets and patisseries and often have the word ‘Citron’ drizzled on top in chocolate or gold [...]

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Le ‘Far’ Breton

Posted in *Entertaining*, Cakes-Pastries, Can make in advance, Dessert (Cold), Dessert (Fruit Based), Dessert (Hot), French Patisserie, Main Meal (Dinner), Tea Time/Coffee Time on 7th February 2009 | Leave a Comment »

This delicious set custard patisserie comes from the region of Brittany in North West France. It is a holiday favourite and this particular version of the recipe was translated from a local postcard! The original recipe was for double the quantity stated below. Some recipes soak the prunes in Armanac brandy, but mine did not and I [...]

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